Please review the registration options & policies carefully before registering.
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Credit card users must register online. |
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Faxed registration forms will not be accepted. |
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Click on the event summary link in your e-mail receipt/confirmation to make substitutions, record changes or upgrade your registration. (Click on My Registration; Enter confirmation number; Click Modify; Make necessary change.) Changes cannot be processed after July 1, 2006. |
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Printable registration forms must be postmarked on or before October 1, 2006. Printable registration forms postmarked after October 1, 2006 will NOT be processed. |
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The website electronic registration form (credit card only) will remain live from the onset of advance registration through November 6, 2006, 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time. After November 6, 2006, you must register onsite. |
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Name badges will NOT be mailed in advance. Plan to pick up your name badge at
one of the registration counters located on the 2nd Floor in the Hilton NY Hotel, 1335 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY. |
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Photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or government issued photo ID) are required at check-in. |
Register Online
Register online at www.celiacdiseasecenter.org
Register by Mail
Printable registration forms are available on our website. Check must be included
with your completed registration form.
Make checks payable to: Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University
Mail your registration form to:
Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University
Harkness Pavilon
180 Fort Washington Avenue
Suite 934
Attention: Registration
New York, NY 10032
NOTE: Printable registration forms must be postmarked on or before October 1, 2006. Printable registration forms postmarked
after October 1, 2006 will NOT be processed.
Registration Categories
Attendees will have the opportunity to select from (5) five registration types:
(1) International Symposium
(2) International Symposium for Continuing Medical Education (CME) Credit
(3) Clinical Forum
(4) Clinical Forum for Continuing Medical Education (CME) Credit
(5) Connecting Teens With Celiac
Please review the following registration categories carefully before making your selection.
The International Symposium is a scientific program designed for physicians and scientists. Experts will discuss the latest information on the epidemiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, pathogenesis, the impact of the diagnosis of celiac disease, and therapy, both current and future, of celiac disease. This program is AMA approved with 18.75 hours of category 1 CME credit.
This registration type includes access to the International Symposium, workshops, breakfast, lunch, exhibit hall and evening receptions.
Electronic and printable registration forms are available on the website.
| ATTENDEE FEE |
On or before August 15, 2006 |
After August 15, 2006 or On-site |
| International Symposium |
$495 |
$695 |
| International Symposium with AMA approved with 18.75 hours of category 1 CME credit. |
$595 |
$695 |
The Clinical Forum is designed for patients, dietitians, nurse practitioners, nurses, physician’s assistants and others in the healthcare arena who wish to enhance their knowledge of the most current research and developments in patient care in the of field celiac disease. This program is AMA approved with 19.5 hours of category 1 CME credit.
This registration type includes access to the Clinical Forum, workshops, breakfast, lunch, exhibit hall and evening receptions. This registration does NOT include access to the International Symposium.
Electronic and printable registration forms are available on the website.
| ATTENDEE FEE |
On or before August 15, 2006 |
After August 15, 2006 or On-site |
| Clinical Forum |
$195 |
$295 |
| Clinical Forum with AMA approved with 19.5 hours of category 1 CME credit. |
$295 |
$395 |
Accreditation
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
International Symposium
The College of Physicians and Surgeons designates this educational activity for a maximum of 18.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Clinical Forum
The College of Physicians and Surgeons designates this educational activity for a maximum of 19.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The American College of Nurse Practitioners (ACNP) and The American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) accept AMA/PRA category 1 credit from organizations accredited by the ACCME. The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accepts AMA/PRA category 1 credit toward recertification requirements.
Disclosure
The College of Physicians & Surgeons must ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in its educational activities. All faculty participating in this activity are required to disclose to the audience any significant financial interest and/or other relationship with the manufacturer(s) of any commercial product(s) and/or provider(s) of commercial services discussed in his/her presentation and/or the commercial contributor(s) of this activity.
These programs have been planned and produced in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME).
This registration type includes access to the Connecting Teens With Celiac Program, workshops, breakfast, lunch, exhibit hall and evening receptions. This registration does NOT include access to the International Symposium or Clinical Forum.
This is an interactive, educational program that is designed for teens that are 13-18 years of age and have been diagnosed with celiac disease or are a first or second degree relative of someone who has been diagnosed with celiac disease.
The educational sessions will provide an opportunity for teens to network and share experiences with other teens living with celiac disease.
Electronic and printable registration forms are available on the website.
| ATTENDEE FEE |
On or before August 15, 2006 |
After August 15, 2006 or On-site |
| Connecting Teens With Celiac |
$195 |
$295 |
Credit Card Payment
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Register for the XII International Celiac Disease Symposium 2006 online with a credit card. We accept MasterCard, Visa, and American Express. |
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We do not accept credit card payment by fax. If using a credit card, you
must register online. |
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Register early to take advantage of the early discounted registration rate. Web
registration will remain live from the onset of advance registration through November 6, 2006. |
Check Payment
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Registration forms are available on the website. |
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Registration forms with check payments must be postmarked by October 1, 2006, to
be processed. After this date, please register online or please bring check with you to the On-site Registration counter located on the 2nd Floor in the Hilton NY Hotel, 1335 Avenue of the Americas (at 53rd Street & Sixth Avenue) in New York City. |
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Please reference registrant’s name on check stub. |
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Registration forms without payment will not be processed. Payment must be in US dollars. |
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Make check payable to Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University. |
Mail check with registration form(s) to:
Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University
Harkness Pavilion
180 Fort Washington Avenue
Suite 934
Attention: Registration
New York, NY 10032
July 1, 2006
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Cancellation requests must be done online before July 1, 2006 or received in writing on or before July 1, 2006, to qualify for a refund. A US $150.00 administrative fee will be deducted for all approved cancellations received on or before July 1, 2006. Cancellation requests received after this date will NOT be honored. |
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Deadline to make substitutions, record changes or upgrade your registration. Click on the event summary link in your e-mail receipt/confirmation to make substitutions, record changes or upgrade your registration. (Click on My Registration; Enter Your Name & Email; Enter confirmation number; Click Modify; Make necessary change.) Changes cannot be processed after July 1, 2006. |
August 15, 2006
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Deadline to receive the early discounted registration rate is August 15, 2006. |
October 1, 2006
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Registration forms with check payments must be postmarked by this date to be
processed in advance. After this date, please bring registration form and check
with you to register on-site. Photo ID (driver’s license, passport or government issued photo ID) will be required at check-in. |
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Deadline to redeem your complimentary registration is October 1, 2006. Please note that if you paid for a registration prior to receiving a complimentary registration, your online refund must be facilitated on or before July 1, 2006. If you registered by mail, your written refund must be received by July 1, 2006. Refunds will not be honored after July 1, 2006. |
November 6, 2006
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Web registration will remain live from the onset of advance registration through November 6, 2006, 5:00 P.M. Central Standard Time. After this date, please bring registration form and credit card with you to register on-site. Photo ID (driver’s license, passport or government issued photo ID) will be required at check-in. |
Check Registration or Print Confirmation
Log on to www.celiacdiseasecenter.org, click on XII International Celiac Disease Symposium, click on Registration, click on Check Registration Status, click on Registration, complete information, click next, enter confirmation number to be linked to your registration record. Print confirmation.
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Click on the event summary link in your e-mail receipt/confirmation to make substitutions, record changes or upgrade your registration. (Click on My Registration; Enter confirmation number; Click Modify; Make necessary change.) Changes cannot be processed after July 1, 2006. |
Registration Customer Service
For questions about registrations, please e-mail Samantha Hoyt at sh2438@columbia.edu.
Registration Location
Registration will be located on the 2nd floor of the Hilton NY Hotel, 1335 Avenue of the Americas (at 53rd Street & Sixth Avenue) New York, New York. Pre-registered attendees and exhibitors who provide an e-mail address when they register will receive an immediate receipt/confirmation after submission. Please print this e-mail and bring it with you to pick up your name badge on-site. Photo ID (driver’s license, passport or government issued photo ID) will be required at check-in.
Registration Hours
Wednesday, November 8, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Thursday, November 9, 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday, November 10, 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday, November 11, 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
All attendees at the XII International Celiac Disease Symposium must be registered.
Registration fees, unless otherwise stated, are in addition to exhibiting and sponsorship fees.
Name badges must be worn at all times during the conference. Name badges may not
be shared. ALL registrants will be required to purchase a second registration at the on-site rate if they misplace or lose their original name badge at the onsite registration rate as stated above. Exhibit Booth Personnel will also be required to purchase a registration badge for $395 if they misplace or lose their original name badge. NO EXCEPTIONS!
Identification
All attendees must present a photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or government issued
photo ID) at the registration check-in counter. No one under the age of 13 (infants included) will be admitted to the symposium site at any time.
Cancellations
1. Online Cancellation: Cancellations may be done directly online before July 1, 2006 to qualify for a refund. Online cancellations will be processed immediately. Cancellation requests received after July 1, 2006, will NOT be honored. Refunds will not be offered for downgrading from one registration category to another. A US $150.00 administrative fee will be deducted for all approved cancellations received on or before July 1, 2006.
2. Cancellation requests must be done online before July 1, 2006 or received in writing on or before July 1, 2006, to qualify for a refund. A US $150.00 administrative fee will be deducted for all approved cancellations received on or before July 1, 2006. Approved written refunds will be
processed after the symposium. Cancellation requests received after July 1, 2006,
will NOT be honored. Refunds will not be offered for downgrading from one registration category to another.
3. E-mail cancellation requests to sh2438@columbia.edu.
ON-SITE: Please proceed to the “Pre-Registration” counters located on the 2nd Floor in the Hilton NY Hotel, 1335 Avenue of the Americas (at 53rd Street & Sixth Avenue) in New York City, to complete the transaction.
Name Badges
Your name badge will be printed using the information provided in your registration record. Please enter this information carefully.
Name badges will NOT be mailed in advance. Plan to pick up your name badge at
one of the registration counters located on the 2nd Floor in the Hilton NY Hotel, 1335 Avenue of the Americas, New York, New York.
Photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or government issued photo ID) are required at check-in. NO EXCEPTIONS!
Pre-registered attendees who provide an email address will receive an email receipt/confirmation after they register. Please print this email and bring it with you along with your proper ID to pick up your name badge onsite.
Confirmation / Receipt
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All registrants will receive a written receipt/confirmation in advance if their contact
information is complete and they have paid the registration fees in full. |
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This document serves as both a receipt of payment and a confirmation that you are
registered to attend the XII International Celiac Disease Symposium 2006. |
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Web registrants will be notified immediately at the e-mail address provided when
they register. |
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Receipt/Confirmation will be faxed or mailed to those who do not supply an e-mail
address. These confirmations will be sent 3 to 5 days after receipt of the registration form. |
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Please note: mailed registration forms with check payment may take up to 21 days
to be processed. Receipt/Confirmation will be sent after the registration form has been
processed in the system. |
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Registrants should provide a current e-mail address and fax number on their
registration form to ensure confirmation receipt. |
Please bring your receipt with you along with your proper ID to any of the Pre-registration counters located in the 2nd floor of the Hilton NY Hotel, 1335 Avenue of the Americas (at 53rd Street & Sixth Avenue) New York, New York to pick up your name badge, meeting bag and symposium materials.
Incomplete Registration Notice
Incomplete registration notices will be sent to individuals who mailed in a registration form
with missing or illegible information. Registration forms will NOT be accepted if:
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The information is not legible |
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You indicate that payment by check will follow |
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You provide insufficient payment |
You are NOT registered for XII International Celiac Disease Symposium if any of the
reasons listed above apply. Please follow the directions on the form to complete your
registration. Your registration form must be received on or before August 1, 2006, 5:00
p.m. Central Standard Time, to qualify for the early discounted rate. If your form is
received after this date, you will be charged the higher rate. Register early!
Complimentary Registrations
Complimentary registration code numbers MUST be used on the electronic web registration form.
Deadline to redeem your complimentary registration is October 1, 2006. Please note that if you paid for a registration prior to receiving a complimentary registration, your online refund must be facilitated on or before July 1, 2006. If you registered by mail, your written refund must be received by July 1, 2006. A US $150.00 administrative fee will be deducted for all approved cancellations received on or before July 1, 2006. Refunds will not be honored after July 1, 2006.
Sponsors
Sponsor complimentary registration code numbers will be issued, based on sponsorship level, to the primary contact of the sponsoring company after sponsorship payment has been received in full. Organizations that sponsor at the Bronze Level or higher will receive International Symposium complimentary registration(s), as designated in their sponsorship contract. Organizations that sponsor at the Supporter Level will receive one (1) Clinical Forum complimentary registration as designated in their sponsorship contract. Deadline to redeem your complimentary registration(s) is October 1, 2006.
Exhibitors
Exhibiting companies will receive one (1) Exhibit Booth Personnel registration.
A Complimentary registration code number will be sent to the main contact person in advance. You will use the complimentary registration code to register the Exhibit Booth Personnel. A complimentary registration will only be provided to exhibitors who actually purchase an exhibit space. This registration does NOT include access to the International Symposium, Clinical Forum or the Connecting Teens With Celiac Program. This registration does include access to breakfast and lunch daily, Opening Reception at the Guggenheim Museum and Gala Reception at the Hilton NY Hotel. Deadline to redeem your complimentary registration is October 1, 2006. Sponsors will NOT receive an additional complimentary registration for booths received as a benefit of sponsorship benefit. For more information about sponsorship benefits, visit our website at www.celiacdiseasecenter.org or call the Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University at (212) 342-4529.
Speaker Registration
Speakers:
All speakers must be registered for the XII International Celiac Disease Symposium. If you are an invited speaker, the Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University will enter your contact information in the registration database and YOU WILL BE REGISTERED for the symposium as a full conference registrant, based on the program you are speaking in. You will receive your registration confirmation in your speaker confirmation package. If you have questions regarding your speaking commitment, please send an e-mail to Cynthia Beckman at cb2280@columbia.edu. There is an additional charge to upgrade your registration type based on the registration categories and policies as stated.
The Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University reserves the right to make changes to registration fees or policy at any time. Please check this document frequently.
Click here to go to the Online Registration Page
